Building Wealthy Habits

Episode 119 - Should Your Business Own the Building It Operates In?

Should you buy the building your business operates in, or continue leasing? For many business owners, commercial real estate can become one of the largest investments they ever make. But owning a building is about much more than control over your space. In this episode, Jeremiah and Laura discuss the key factors business owners should consider before purchasing commercial real estate. From long-term growth plans and tax considerations to liquidity, diversification, and succession planning, they explore how owning property can impact both your business and your personal financial future. While commercial real estate can create opportunities for wealth building, passive income, and greater control, it also comes with responsibilities and risks that should not be overlooked. The right decision depends on how the property fits into your broader goals, investment strategy, and long-term vision. Key Topics: • Evaluating whether your current location supports future business growth and expansion • The benefits of owning commercial real estate, including control and long-term wealth building • Tax considerations, depreciation, and after-tax investment returns • Diversification, concentration risk, and liquidity concerns in real estate investing • The realities of property ownership, management responsibilities, and passive income expectations • Succession planning and using commercial real estate as a multigenerational asset for family businesses #BuildingWealthyHabits #CommercialRealEstate #BusinessOwners #Entrepreneurship #FinancialPlanning #BusinessGrowth #WealthManagement #TriCordAdvisors --- Information and ideas discussed are general comments and cannot be relied upon as pertaining to your specific situation, do not constitute legal/financial advice, and do not create an attorney-client or fiduciary relationship. Examples discussed are fictional. You should consult your own advisor/attorney and do your own diligence prior to making any decisions. Investments involve risk and the possibility of loss, including the loss of principal. All situations are different, and results may vary. Randy Barkley is a life insurance agent CA license # 0518567 and Jeremiah Lee is a California licensed attorney and is responsible for this communication. Advisory services offered through TriCord Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisory firm.

Episode 118 – JR Lay on Failure, Growth, & the Cost of Hustle Culture

What if the biggest turning point in your life starts with a difficult question? In this conversation, Jeremiah, Laura, and special guest JR Lay explore the tension many entrepreneurs and high achievers quietly carry beneath the surface. From identity and ambition to disruption, adaptability, and purpose, this discussion goes far beyond business strategy. JR shares personal stories about building businesses, navigating burnout, redefining failure, and learning how wisdom often grows through discomfort. Together, they unpack why perspective matters so much in seasons of uncertainty and how the stories we tell ourselves shape the future we create. Whether you are navigating a career transition, building a business, leading a family, or simply feeling stretched by change, this episode offers a thoughtful perspective on growth, resilience, and becoming who you are meant to become. #BuildingWealthyHabits #EntrepreneurMindset #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #FinancialPlanning #BusinessOwners #WealthManagement #Entrepreneur Chapters: 00:00 Why failure may be the wrong word 03:15 Disruption, perspective, and adaptability 07:30 Why your story is more valuable than you think 11:00 JR Lay's entrepreneurial journey and turning points 20:55 Faith, fear, discomfort, and personal growth Connect with JR Lay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrwlay/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrwlay/] Connect with Jeremiah: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiahjlee/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiahjlee/] Email: Jeremiah@tricordadvisors.com [Jeremiah@tricordadvisors.com] Connect with Laura: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-lee-59a83610/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-lee-59a83610/] Email: Laura@tricordadvisors.com [Laura@tricordadvisors.com] --- Information and ideas discussed are general in nature and should not be considered specific financial, legal, or tax advice. This content is for informational purposes only and does not create an advisory, fiduciary, or attorney-client relationship. All investments involve risk, including the possible loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Examples discussed are hypothetical and for illustrative purposes only. Individual situations will vary. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney before making any decisions. Advisory services offered through TriCord Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser. Jeremiah Lee is a California licensed attorney. Randy Barkley is a life insurance agent (CA License #0518567).

Episode 117 - Don't Miss the Moment! Preparing for a Business Exit

A business sale can create uncertainty and a long list of financial and planning decisions all at once. The months before and after an exit often become an important planning window in a business owner's life. Jeremiah and Laura walk through several planning considerations that may help business owners prepare for a high-income year, evaluate tax planning considerations, and align financial decisions with long-term goals for family, charitable giving, and broader planning considerations. They also discuss why preparation matters long before a transaction is finalized and why coordinated planning with advisors, CPAs, and estate attorneys may help provide additional planning clarity. #BusinessOwner #TaxPlanning #EstatePlanning #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement --- Information and ideas discussed are general comments and cannot be relied upon as pertaining to your specific situation, do not constitute legal/financial advice, and do not create an attorney-client or fiduciary relationship. Examples discussed are fictional. You should consult your own advisor/attorney and do your own diligence prior to making any decisions. Investments involve risk and the possibility of loss, including the loss of principal. All situations are different, and results may vary. Randy Barkley is a life insurance agent CA license # 0518567 and Jeremiah Lee is a California licensed attorney and is responsible for this communication. Advisory services offered through TriCord Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisory firm.

Episode 116 - RSUs vs. RSOs and What Employees Should Know

Stock options can be a valuable part of compensation, but they also come with important tax considerations, vesting schedules, and investment decisions. In this conversation, Jeremiah and Laura break down the differences between RSUs and RSOs, explain how vesting works, and discuss why many employees feel overwhelmed when trying to make decisions around concentrated stock positions and taxes. They also walk through common planning considerations for tech employees, startup professionals, and anyone receiving equity compensation through work. Whether you're newly receiving stock compensation or trying to better understand an existing plan, this episode highlights why having a long-term strategy matters. #Stocks #RSUs #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement #EquityCompensation --- Information and ideas discussed are general comments and cannot be relied upon as pertaining to your specific situation, do not constitute legal/financial advice, and do not create an attorney-client or fiduciary relationship. Examples discussed are fictional. You should consult your own advisor/attorney and do your own diligence prior to making any decisions. Investments involve risk and the possibility of loss, including the loss of principal. All situations are different, and results may vary. Randy Barkley is a life insurance agent CA license # 0518567 and Jeremiah Lee is a California licensed attorney and is responsible for this communication. Advisory services offered through TriCord Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisory firm.

Episode 115 - The Financial X-Ray Most People Avoid

What if your finances look fine on the surface, but the real story is underneath? Many people track a single number and assume everything is okay. In this episode, Jeremiah and Randy explain why that can be misleading and what a true financial x-ray actually reveals. A financial x-ray goes beyond net worth. It looks at how your money works, how accessible it is, and where hidden risks may be quietly building. Jeremiah and Randy walk through the core metrics they use to help clients understand whether they are truly on track or just hoping they are. This conversation is especially relevant for business owners and high-income earners who often feel successful outwardly, yet remain vulnerable to cash flow strain, illiquidity, or overconcentration. The goal is not perfection, but clarity. Key Topics Covered: * Why net worth matters, but never tells the whole story * Liquidity and what happens when your wealth is trapped * Cash flow blind spots that surprise even high earners * Hidden concentration risk inside businesses and investments * How these metrics change as your life and career evolve If your finances were put under an x-ray today, what might show up that you are not currently measuring? #BuildingWealthyHabits #FinancialPlanning #BusinessOwnerss #WealthStrategy #CashFlow #NetWorth #TriCordAdvisors #WealthManagement --- Information and ideas discussed are general in nature and should not be considered specific financial, legal, or tax advice. This content is for informational purposes only and does not create an advisory, fiduciary, or attorney-client relationship. All investments involve risk, including the possible loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Examples discussed are hypothetical and for illustrative purposes only. Individual situations will vary. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney before making any decisions. Advisory services offered through TriCord Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser. Jeremiah Lee is a California licensed attorney. Randy Barkley is a life insurance agent (CA License #0518567).